OPEN BOOK LITERARY OPEN MIC THURS MAY 21!!!
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Literary open mic hosted by @becka.dots at @crystal_lake_brooklyn
4-7pm HH
7-745pm Signup
8pm-late readings
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Flyer design and artwork by @strange.garden.studio from @writingundertheinfluencenyc ! Check out link in their bio to shop their etsy shop!
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This event is apart of @communityweek.nyc ! A citywide celebration of belonging that spotlights the organizers, spaces, and communities connecting New Yorkers
Scenes/shapes/shades I’ve liked lately
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My joy is seeing the brightest blue.
Is sharing the brightest blue.
Is that we all share the same sky, bright blue or not.
4/30 Another Way workshop at @recessgrove was truly special. Inspired by @ayanaeliza ‘What if We Get it Right?’ An invitation to imagine how we could better care for ourselves, each other, and our planet.
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Collaborating, conversing, and creating alongside these two humans reminded me of the joy I experience when I’m in like minded spaces or more importantly spaces that are open to listen and ACT. So, so much work to do.
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Catch @scarey513 and I Sunday for Open Pages! Flyers/info on grid and link in bio.
Open Book (the monthly literary open mic you know and love) presents Open Pages! A paneled discussion event speaking on Sustainability followed by a mixer! In these times it’s important to come together to connect, create and share resources! Free and open to all!
Cohosted by @becka.dots (founder of @openbook.nyc ) and Sarah Carey (founder of @our_commonwealth )
📖 4-6pm casual writing workshop in the cafe area! Prompts and writing supplies will be provided
📖 6-8pm panel discussion and community mixer
(Also Happy Hour!)
Panelists
🌳 @madeleinedanz - works in Sustainability at Steve Madden
🌳 @johannamariesilver -writer and founder of Magnanimous New York highlighting purpose driven persuits
🌳 Ragini Srikrishna- multi media artist and community builder based in Brooklyn, NY
Stay after the discussion to hang and shop /swap second hand goods!
Follow link in bio for more info! Hoping to see you all there!
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This event is apart of @communityweek.nyc ! A citywide celebration of belonging that spotlights the organizers, spaces, and communities connecting New Yorkers
CALLING ALL READERS! WRITERS! COME BE APART OF OUR OB COMMUNITY! Lots happening and in the works in collaboration with fellow artists and organizers! Dm us if want to want to attend, get involved or connect in anyway! I’d love to chat.
Love love love-your founder and host @becka.dots
Congrats to Emily and Kenny on welcoming bby girl Terra this week. We all already love you so so much! Nothing better than being an Aunt and now I am for the third time!
So proud of twin 💪
Em and Terra are healthy and at home resting!
*posted with Em’s approval 💙
UPCOMING WORKSHOP ALERT 4/30!
Another Way: Blueprints for the Future with Writing and Watercolor
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$19.00
Thursday, April 30, 2026
7:00 – 9:00 PM EDT
@recessgrove
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Pretend it’s 2030, 2045, 2070…how are we taking care of ourselves, each other and the planet?
Join us to imagine + create the future we want in this creative writing and watercolor workshop. Stories create a blueprint for what’s possible - share your vision for the world we deserve!
In this workshop we will:
• Connect with fellow optimists + creatives
• Reflect + create potential solutions through short writing prompts
• Continue the conversation with resources
Come as you are - all creative supplies and a blank journal are included.
Facilitated by local artist @scarey513 from @our_commonwealth and @becka.dots from @openbook.nyc
OPEN BOOK THURS APRIL 16TH!!! | Celebrate National Poetry Month on the Open Book stage! This month featuring the amazing poet and performer Spens!
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Poetry not mandatory! Come out to listen, read, and connect.
4-7pm HH
7-745pm Signup
8pm-Late readings!
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Flyer photo art @andrewbisdalephotography and words by poet Ada Limon
“When clarity is hard to come by, when language has morphed into a tool for confusion, I put my faith in poetry.”
Just like most days, today I woke up feeling/carrying a lot. Sleep doesn’t come easy in 2026 although we need rest more than ever before. Humans are better than this. This is not humanity. I’m tired and hope we start to see some real change.
Was happy to squint a lil in the sun this am. Ahhh
Congrats to twin Em and Kenny! Celebrating the upcoming arrival of baby Terra with so many friends and family was truly an event to remember. Big thanks to all who helped make the day so so special.
Love you sister.
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Handpainted sign by @katieabreu_
Quilt by @sarrahloyce
Sweet treats by @smithkr710
